YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- Seniors in Trumbull and Mahoning County communities have a new resource for fun activities, meeting new people and sharing common interests. Senior Circle is a program designed especially for adults age 50 and up to promote fellowship, fun and healthy aging.
ValleyCare Health System of Ohio is launching Senior Circle at Northside Medical Center here and Trumbull Memorial Hospital in Warren to provide area seniors an outlet for enjoying their golden years and pursuing an active lifestyle, while learning about health and wellness and meeting others with similar interests. Senior Circle membership provides a variety of benefits, including social opportunities, health education programs, exercise classes, volunteerism, entertainment, and day and overnight travel ranging from area historical and cultural attractions to resort destinations.
Northside Medical Center kicks off its Senior Circle chapter with a free health fair and vendor expo on April 27 at Mr. Anthony’s Banquet Center in Boardman from noon to 2:30 p.m. The event features lunch, nostalgic music and film clips, games, door prizes and much more.
Trumbull Memorial Hospital kicks off its Senior Circle chapter with a health expo and luncheon on April 26 at Leo’s Ristorante in Howland Township from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event starts with health screenings, national and local vendor displays, and health information, followed by lunch and a program at 11:30 a.m. Music by Doug Thomas and the Sonic Boomers, demonstrations, a raffle and door prizes are among the many features.
Regularly-planned activities for Senior Circle members will include lunch presentations on pertinent health topics, day trips, fitness related programs and other activities. Members also receive in-hospital benefits at Northside Medical Center and Trumbull Memorial Hospital, including a private room upgrade, if available; and ldiscounts on prescription drugs, vision care, car rental, and travel and home emergency response systems for $15 per year, the annual cost of membership.
At www.seniorcircle.com you’ll find a library of health information, including interactive health quizzes and risk assessments; a list of members-only benefits; an online version of Inside Circle magazine; and the Senior Circle e-pal program, an online pen pal program that connects Senior Circle members across the country.
Those who are unable to attend either Senior Circle kick-off events for Northside Medical Center or Trumbull Memorial Hospital may sign up for an upcoming education seminar, event or day trip. To learn more, call Kellie McCormick, Senior Circle adviser for Northside Medical Center, (330) 884-5665, or Sally Mazey, Senior Circle adviser for Trumbull Memorial Hospital, at (330) 841-5665.
Registration for the Northside event is required by April 23. To register, call (330) 884-5665 to register.
Registration for the Trumbull event is required by April 22. To register, call (330) 841-5665.
Published by The Business Journal, Youngstown, Ohio.